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Your Tax Dollars? Trump Just Cut $5 Billion!

Your Tax Dollars? Trump Just Cut $5 Billion!

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President Trump's administration is attempting to cut $5 billion in foreign aid already approved by Congress. This action, using a rarely used 'pocket rescission', bypasses Congress's power over spending. The move targets funds for USAID, the State Department, and peacekeeping operations. The legality of this tactic is questioned by experts and some lawmakers, who argue it violates the Constitution's allocation of budgetary power. The funds could lapse if Congress doesn't act before the fiscal year ends, potentially causing a government shutdown. This is the first use of this maneuver in almost 50 years.

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